Mini excavator key switch fix - DIY free - how to hot wire start Briggs & Stratton - no start key

to help with the sawmill projects we acquired a new micro-excavator .... only problem in a week was the key switch failed and would not activate the starter [at first thought the battery was dead - however the boom work light will come on strong].
FIX -- simply unplug the key switch from the wire harness plug as you can see exposed pulled up thru the seat panel.
use a light auto fuse to complete contact for the key positions you need: ON or OFF.
so that connecting 2 contacts across will shut off the engine and you can insert the fuse and leave it there; or the other 2 contacts will trigger the starter so when the motor fires then you need to manually remove the fuse and just keep in your pocket handy to use as a shut off. The machine will run without a key perfectly.
REVIEW: we have been surprised how well this little machine works. The finish blade pushes more than you would expect and does very well in the snow to clear walk paths. the controls become intuitive after a few hours and will save you back from lifting heavy objects up to 750 lbs approx.
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[@pondartist]

I have the exact model excavator with same problem. You supplied me with a temporary solution to start, and use the excavator (and stop/shut off as well). What did you do to replace the start switch with a permanent replacement?

[@donfrance3]

So far I'm been jumping the starter contact with the small fuse and I have not bought the proper replacement part - which I may do later. for now it is working daily.

[@wintermint076]

If you guys know any links where I can get the ignition switch out let me know